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www.cbsnews.comHere are the latest developments on Ticketmaster based on recent reporting:
CMA resolution in the UK: Ticketmaster agreed to legally binding undertakings to improve transparency in ticket sales after an investigation into its handling of tickets for Oasis Live ’25 Tour. The CMA's actions focus on pricing transparency and front-end information for fans, including notifying about tiered pricing and providing more price details during online queues. This marks a significant regulatory intervention aimed at curbing opaque pricing practices in the European market.[1]
FTC litigation in the United States: The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has pursued legal action against Live Nation and Ticketmaster for alleged illegal resale activities and coordination with brokers, claiming extensive resale profits and breaches of ticket-purchasing limits. A court case has seen disputes over whether the alleged conduct falls under the relevant statutes and whether Ticketmaster platforms themselves are liable. The FTC case broadens scrutiny of Ticketmaster’s practices in the U.S. market, alongside ongoing regulatory actions in other regions.[3]
DoJ and antitrust context: While the U.S. Department of Justice previously filed suits related to monopolistic practices in the live entertainment space, developments continue to unfold as regulators probe competition dynamics involving Live Nation and Ticketmaster in multiple jurisdictions. Recent updates highlight ongoing enforcement against practices that may restrict competition or enable anti-competitive resale activity.[8]
Industry and media coverage: Coverage continues to track Ticketmaster’s responses to regulatory inquiries, including statements about compliance and ongoing changes to processes. News outlets and regulatory newsletters frequently summarize the evolving landscape, with emphasis on consumer protection improvements and accountability in ticket distribution.[5]
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www.cbsnews.comThe Federal Trade Commission is suing a ticket broker operation for allegedly using unlawful tactics to exceed ticket purchasing limits for many popular events, including Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour,
www.ftc.gov*This material is provided for general information only. It does not constitute legal or other professional advice.* 8 min read On 25 September 2025, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced that Ticketmaster has agreed to legally binding undertakings designed to improve transparency in its ticket sales processes. The undertakings stem from the CMA’s investigation into Ticketmaster’s sale of tickets to the “Oasis Live ’25 Tour”, which was launched following consumer complaints...
www.slaughterandmay.comThe Federal Trade Commission and seven states sued Live Nation and Ticketmaster for tacitly coordinating with brokers and allowing them to harvest millions of dollars worth of tickets in the primar
www.ftc.govTicketmaster is urging a federal judge in Los Angeles to throw out the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's case accusing it of working with resellers to gouge fans, saying the law it is accused of violating applies only to resellers, not ticketing platforms.
www.reuters.comThe Justice Department, along with 30 state and district attorneys general, filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Ticketmaster LLC (Live Nation-Ticketmaster) for monopolization and other unlawful conduct that thwarts competition in markets across the live entertainment industry. The lawsuit, which includes a
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